Get the latest Southampton vs Portsmouth confirmed lineups, team news, and expert match prediction alongside key odds and tactical insights for this clash.
Southampton vs Portsmouth Confirmed Lineups
Competition | Championship |
|---|---|
Match Date | Sunday 11 October 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 12:00 UK time |
Venue | St. Mary's Stadium |
The starting lineups for Sunday's Championship fixture between Southampton and Portsmouth have been confirmed.
Southampton Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Daniel Peretz, James Bree, Jack Stephens, Keven Schlotterbeck, Ryan Manning, Flynn Downes, James Ward-Prowse, Cameron Bragg, Finn Azaz, Léo Scienza, Cyle Larin
Substitutes: Nathan Wood, Lewis Dobbin, Tom Fellows, Kuryu Matsuki, Divin Mubama, Samuel Edozie, Welington, Caspar Jander, George Long
Portsmouth Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Nicolas Schmid, Zak Swanson, Regan Poole, Madiodio Dia, Jayden Meghoma, Marlon Pack, Ebou Adams, Abu Kamara, Tyrese Shade, Ryan Kavuma-McQueen, Colby Bishop
Substitutes: Daniel Bielica, Odin Bailey, Adrian Segecic, Keshi Anderson, Rocco Shein, Terry Devlin, Marezi, Iyad Mohamed, Eoin Kenny
Southampton vs Portsmouth Immediate Reaction
Southampton
Southampton line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Daniel Peretz starting in goal behind a back four of James Bree, Jack Stephens, Keven Schlotterbeck, and Ryan Manning. Flynn Downes partners James Ward-Prowse in the double pivot, anchoring the midfield to allow Cameron Bragg, Finn Azaz, and Léo Scienza to create chances behind central striker Cyle Larin.
Portsmouth
Portsmouth mirror their hosts with a 4-2-3-1 shape, selecting Nicolas Schmid between the posts behind Zak Swanson, Regan Poole, Madiodio Dia, and Jayden Meghoma in defence. Captain Marlon Pack and Ebou Adams form the central midfield base, supporting an attacking unit featuring Abu Kamara, Tyrese Shade, and Ryan Kavuma-McQueen behind lone forward Colby Bishop.
Southampton vs Portsmouth Reactive Bet Builder
Our featured bet builder focuses on Southampton's attacking focal points alongside goals at both ends. Cyle Larin is backed to register over 1.5 player shots and over 0.5 shots on target as he spearheads the Saints attack, while attacking midfielder Finn Azaz is included as an anytime goalscorer. To round out the selections, both teams to score is backed in what promises to be an open contest.
Southampton vs Portsmouth Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Southampton enter the clash as home favourites, backed by a strong lineup boasting the top-flight pedigree of James Ward-Prowse and the form of Cyle Larin and Finn Azaz. Portsmouth carry counter-attacking threat through Colby Bishop and Abu Kamara, but the hosts are expected to make their home advantage count.
Score Prediction: 2-1
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